★4.9
Taras Shevchenko Monument
Kharkiv, Ukraine

The Taras Shevchenko Monument is a must-visit landmark in Kharkiv. It is situated in the Shevchenko Garden in downtown, surrounded by other iconic places and famous parks. This monument pays tribute to a great Ukrainian poet who also fought for independence. It is considered one of the best Shevchenko monuments in the world and is highly recognizable. The location itself is awesome, with plenty of things to do and enjoy in the vicinity. There are also benches available if you just want to sit and relax. It is an ideal starting or meeting point at the base of the beautiful cast statue of the writer Shevchenko. The paved walks, manicured lawns, and water fountains leading to a nearby dolphinarium make it a picturesque and inviting place to rest and take in the surroundings. Whether you are a history enthusiast, a poetry lover, or simply looking for a peaceful spot to unwind, the Taras Shevchenko Monument is definitely worth a visit.
Address: | Sumska Street, 37, Kharkiv |
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![]() | 14.06.23
Great place . Would recommend a visit during summers. |
![]() | 22.12.21
It was a cold but fun night. Santa was visiting the citizens of Kharkov. |
![]() | 21.10.21
It's one of the landmarks in Kharkiv to visit. It's located close other iconic places and famous parks. |
![]() | 06.09.21
A monument of a great Ukrainian poet who was also fighting for independence. Situated in the Shevchenko Garden in downtown. |
![]() | 05.09.21
Amazing monument to the one of the best Ukrainian poet in history |
![]() | 02.07.21
Awesome location! Many different things to do and enjoy around the monument. Also plenty of benches if you just want to sit and relax. 5 Stars for sur.. Read more » |
![]() | 28.04.21
Great experience . Would recommend a visit during summers. |
![]() | 17.01.21
One of the best Shevchenko monuments in the world, one of most recognizable places in Kharkiv, definitely worth to see. |
![]() | 01.12.20
Good place to take a rest in usual time :) |
![]() | 20.11.20
Ideal starting/meeting point at the base of the Beautiful cast Statute of the writer Shevchenko all the paved walks in the manicured lawns water fount.. Read more » |
![]() | 14.10.20
The mounement is located in the center of the city, where you walk in the most beautiful parks of the colity.
You can see dancing fountains, huge tree.. Read more » |
![]() | 19.09.20
Amazing and interesting big park |
![]() | 03.09.20
Nice place to walk around located in the city center, clean, green, fountains. Everybody comes here to enjoy this park. Here you can eat in nice resta.. Read more » |
![]() | 17.08.20
Very beautiful and historic monument...... It shows impeccable craftsmanship |
![]() | 24.07.20
Best time passing place...
Pleasant atmosphere...
Good maintenance☺️ |
![]() | 05.05.20
It's a wonderful piece of art, showing the history of Ukraine. Also it's situated downtown in the heart of Shevchenko Park, beautifully renovated ju.. Read more » |
![]() | 20.09.19
Beautiful place in the spring, summer and fall to enjoy a real park to relax and enjoy the way the city of kharkiv takes care of it people. |
![]() | 05.07.19
This monument is a city topic. You will love it. |